Children’s Residential Support Worker

Children's Residential Support Worker – Autism & Complex Need

Company Overview

At Staffpower Healthcare Recruitment, we bring over 20 years of hands-on experience within the healthcare and social care sectors. Our specialist healthcare division is dedicated to connecting skilled, compassionate professionals with rewarding temporary and permanent opportunities across a wide range of care settings.

Drawing on extensive industry knowledge, we support both candidates and employers throughout the recruitment journey, ensuring the right people are matched to the right roles. We work across services supporting adults and children, including residential care, supported living, complex care, learning disabilities, autism services, and mental health settings.

Our commitment is to deliver high-quality recruitment solutions while helping healthcare professionals build meaningful careers that make a positive difference to the lives of vulnerable individuals and their families.

Role Overview Children’s Support Worker (Autism & Complex Care)

Staffpower Healthcare Recruitment is currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Children’s Support Workers to join a residential care service supporting children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and complex care needs.

This rewarding role involves providing person-centred support within a residential setting, helping children and young people achieve positive outcomes while promoting their independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where each child can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support tailored to individual needs.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people.
• Support daily living activities, personal care, and social development.
• Implement care plans and behavioural support strategies.
• Promote independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to care reviews.
• Work collaboratively with families, healthcare professionals, and the wider care team.
• Safeguard and protect the welfare of all children and young people in your care.

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with autism and/or complex needs.
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and delivering outstanding care.
• Relevant qualifications in Health and Social Care are desirable but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working with children and young people within a residential, healthcare, education, or social care setting.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), learning disabilities, and complex care needs.
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport, as driving is required as part of the role.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and resilient in challenging situations.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma/Certificate in Residential Childcare (preferred).
• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• Training in Autism Awareness, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), Safeguarding, or Medication Administration.

Don’t Have the Qualification Yet? We welcome applications from candidates who have relevant experience working with children and young people, even if they do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification. Candidates who demonstrate the right values, commitment, and experience will be considered and supported to complete relevant training and development opportunities.

Shift Patterns

This role operates on a rota basis and includes a combination of long day shifts, sleep-ins, and early shifts:

• Long Day Shift: 10:00am – 10:00pm
• Sleep-In Shift: 10:00am – 7:00am (including overnight sleep-in)
• Early Shift: 7:00am – 10:30am

Flexibility is essential, as the role will involve weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties on a rotational basis.

Benefits

Benefits of Working Through Staffpower Healthcare Recruitment

• Competitive hourly rates and salaries, depending on experience and client requirements.
• Opportunities for both temporary and permanent employment.
• Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance.
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities.
• Support with mandatory training and professional development.
• Dedicated recruitment consultant providing ongoing support throughout your assignment or employment.
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of residential, supported living, and healthcare settings.
• Refer-a-friend incentive schemes (where applicable).
• Holiday pay entitlement in line with employment status.
• Pension scheme eligibility.
• Access to employee wellbeing and support programmes (where offered by the client).
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

Why Join Us?

At Staffpower Healthcare Recruitment, we understand that great care starts with great people. We are committed to supporting our candidates throughout their career journey, providing access to rewarding opportunities with trusted care providers across the health and social care sector. Whether you are an experienced Residential Support Worker or looking to further develop your career, we can help you find a role that matches your skills, experience, and aspirations.